Got any questions? Ask away! I’m happy to help. If you enjoy this recipe, I hope you’ll leave a comment with some STARS. Also, please share it on social media. Don’t forget to tag us at #ChiliPepperMadness. I’ll be sure to share! Thanks! — Mike H. This particular recipe is one of my favorite pasta dishes. It’s perfect for the spicy food lover, seasoned with copious amounts of Cajun seasonings and filled with loads of shrimp and smoky andouille sausage. We’re talking Cajun Pasta, and I think you’re going to love it! The sauce is a tomato-based sauce. You have the option to serve it as-is, or as a creamy version, which adds no time at all to your cooking time. Very simple. If you enjoy jambalaya, you’ll enjoy this recipe that brings all of those flavors and tosses them up into a big bowl of pasta. Yep. Quick and Easy, ideal for lunch or dinner in a hurry. Of course you can leave the sauce to cook and simmer awhile to let the ingredients mingle and develop with even MORE flavor, but this hit that sweet spot I was looking for without any additional time. Let’s talk about how to make Cajun pasta, shall we? Garlic and Andouille. Add garlic and andouille and cook another minute, until the garlic becomes fragrant. Get the Sauce Going. Add crushed tomatoes and Cajun seasonings and stir. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes to 30 minutes (or longer) to let the flavors develop. You can cook the pasta according to package instructions while the sauce is simmering. Pasta Noodles. When the pasta is al dente, drain it but retain 1/2 cup of the pasta water. Stir it into the sauce and add the pasta noodles as well. The starchy pasta water when you stir in the pasta thickens the sauce. For Creamy Cajun Pasta. If you prefer a CREAMY VERSION, stir in the sour cream or crema at this time. Here is what the creamy version looks like. Garnish and Serve. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and chili flakes and serve. Patty and I both go a little crazy over Cajun flavors. Such powerful food when it comes to flavor. The seasonings blends are potent and can truly liven up any type of a dish.
Storage & Leftovers
Storing your Cajun Pasta in an airtight container in the fridge may allow you to store the leftovers for up to 3-4 days. To maximize the storage life, make sure to refrigerate it promptly. NOTE: This recipe was updated on 4/16/21 to include new information, photos and video. It was originally published on 4/18/16.
